The best 2-in-1 laptops for 2022
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The perfect hybrid machine that's as good as a tablet as it is a laptop still doesn't exist. But throughout 2022, companies like Microsoft, Apple, and Google have continued to improve their operating systems for dual-purpose machines. Windows 11 has features that make it more user-friendly for multi-screen devices, while Android has been better optimized for larger screens. Plus, with the rise of ARM chips for laptops, especially Apple's impressive M-series, the prospects for a powerful 2-in-1 with a vast ecosystem of touch apps are at an all-time high.
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These machines still have their limits, of course. Since they are smaller than proper laptops, they tend to have less powerful processors. Keyboards are often less robust, with condensed layouts and shallower travels. Plus, they're almost always tablets first, leaving you to buy a keyboard case separately. (And it's not cheap!) So you can't always assume the advertised price is what you'll actually spend on the 2-in-1 you want.
Sometimes buying a third-party keyboard can be just as good, and it's often cheaper than the proprietary offerings. If you're looking to save money, Logitech's Slim Folio is an affordable option, and if you don't need to connect your keyboard to your tablet, Logitech's K780 Multi-Device Wireless Keyboard is also a good one. choice.
While we've usually made sure to include a 2-in-1 budget in previous years, this time there's no good choice. We'd usually choose a Surface Go, but the latest model is still too expensive. Other alternatives, like cheaper Android tablets, are underpowered and don't offer a great multitasking interface. If you want something around $500 that's thin, light, and durable, you're better off looking at a conventional laptop this year (like the ones on our list of best budget PCs).
Chris Velazco / EngadgetWhen shopping for a 2-in-1, there are a few basic criteria to keep in mind. First, look at the spec sheet to see the weight of the tablet (alone, and with the keyboard). Most modern hybrids weigh less than 2 pounds, with the 1.94-pound Surface Pro 9 being one of the heaviest around. The
All products recommended by Engadget are selected by our editorial team, independent of our parent company. Some of our stories include affiliate links. If you purchase something through one of these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. All prices correct at time of publication.
The perfect hybrid machine that's as good as a tablet as it is a laptop still doesn't exist. But throughout 2022, companies like Microsoft, Apple, and Google have continued to improve their operating systems for dual-purpose machines. Windows 11 has features that make it more user-friendly for multi-screen devices, while Android has been better optimized for larger screens. Plus, with the rise of ARM chips for laptops, especially Apple's impressive M-series, the prospects for a powerful 2-in-1 with a vast ecosystem of touch apps are at an all-time high.
Quick view
These machines still have their limits, of course. Since they are smaller than proper laptops, they tend to have less powerful processors. Keyboards are often less robust, with condensed layouts and shallower travels. Plus, they're almost always tablets first, leaving you to buy a keyboard case separately. (And it's not cheap!) So you can't always assume the advertised price is what you'll actually spend on the 2-in-1 you want.
Sometimes buying a third-party keyboard can be just as good, and it's often cheaper than the proprietary offerings. If you're looking to save money, Logitech's Slim Folio is an affordable option, and if you don't need to connect your keyboard to your tablet, Logitech's K780 Multi-Device Wireless Keyboard is also a good one. choice.
While we've usually made sure to include a 2-in-1 budget in previous years, this time there's no good choice. We'd usually choose a Surface Go, but the latest model is still too expensive. Other alternatives, like cheaper Android tablets, are underpowered and don't offer a great multitasking interface. If you want something around $500 that's thin, light, and durable, you're better off looking at a conventional laptop this year (like the ones on our list of best budget PCs).
Chris Velazco / EngadgetWhen shopping for a 2-in-1, there are a few basic criteria to keep in mind. First, look at the spec sheet to see the weight of the tablet (alone, and with the keyboard). Most modern hybrids weigh less than 2 pounds, with the 1.94-pound Surface Pro 9 being one of the heaviest around. The
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